Everyone can see themselves in science!

Khadija is inspired by her visit to the science fair. There are so many different scientists all wearing safety goggles and lab coats! But how come none of them are wearing a hijab?

After watching a scientist carry out the elephant toothpaste experiment, Khadija attempts to recreate it at home with mixed (and messy!) results. Surrounded by her family as they celebrate Eid, Khadija tries again….

"Salaam everyone, and Eid Mubarak!" she cries. "When I grow up, I'm going to be a scientist!" (From Second Story Press)

Farah Qaiser is a genomics researcher with a passion for making science accessible. Hajer Nakua is a neuroscience researcher at the University of Toronto. Qaiser and Nakua are both based in Mississauga. Khadija and the Elephant Toothpaste Experiment is their first children's book.

Natalya Tariq is an illustrator who has previously worked in translation. She is currently living Ottawa.